SNAKE!!!! That’s what I posted yesterday, when I came across a long black snake while weeding my front bushes. I was on a phone call and because I have to move around when I talk on the phone (I would make a terrible telephone solicitor or call center employee. I’d wear out entire closets […]
just humor me
Party On
The theme of this party was “Let’s See How Much Cream Soda Connie’s Little Sister Can Drink Without Wetting Her Pants.” It’s probably just as well that someone as old as me can’t have little kids, because I’m not sure I could handle the theme birthday parties. I know, there are people like Yoko […]
Bassoons on a Plane
In case of turbulence, put that thing away. I was getting so excited about my upcoming trip to New York City in June, planning to eat some big sandwiches, do a lot of walking, take a bunch of pictures, and maybe visit with some old friends in New Jersey. But now every time I […]
My iPad (Case) is Here
Steve Jobs is one sick man. (And I’m not talking about the cancer. Come on, what do you think I am?) He orchestrates an over-the-top hype for the iPad to the point where I’m barely able to carry out daily bodily functions, I’m so excited about it. He gets us all at the edge […]
Life’s a Beach. A Syringe-Filled Beach
FYI: If you come across this on your beach clean-up, don’t attempt to fit it into your plastic bag. And if you do, use gloves. I participated in the Great American Clean-Up yesterday and helped to clean up a beach. I resisted the urge to use the day as an excuse to straighten out […]
Diet? I Plead No Contest
Here’s a little sample of how it’s going at my house these days, with my husband and I both on a WE’RE STARVING IN HERE – – – PLEASE SEND HELP weight-loss campaign. Him: “I really want some ice cream.” Me: “Have some yogurt.” Him: “I hate that yogurt that you get. Fruit in […]